Month: October 2016

20 Ways to Incorporate the ABC’s into your Toddler’s Day

I love watching my son learn the ABC's and there are so many fun ways to teach him! Check out this list for some good ideas.

The ABC’s are one of the funnest things to start teaching your toddler – assuming they’re interested in learning. Luckily, there are so many different ways to incorporate the ABCs into their day – and more importantly, a billion ways to start exposing them to their letters so that they start to pick it up on their own.

Having a late talker, we were obsessed with learning the ABCs, so I’ve tested out more than you can imagine.  Here are some of the coolest ideas I’ve come across, as well as some new fun things to try:

 

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20 Unbelievable Thomas the Train Gifts for Your Thomas-Obsessed Little Boy

If you've got a little boy that loves Thomas the Train, then this is the list for you!

My son is obsessed with trains.  And leading the pack of all-things-trains is, of course, the one and only Thomas the Train.  I don’t know what it is, but something about that show has him completely mesmerized…so I’m always on the hunt for Thomas the Train gifts.   

Luckily, from that little boy obsession has sprouted an entire industry of Thomas the Train accessories and toys.  And while I’d love to say that my (not) crafty-self has discovered a way to make the equivalent of Thomas from scratch, the reality is that nothing makes me happier than discovering a new Thomas gift that sends my little guy over the moon.  He’s just too cute!

So if you’re in need of a new Thomas friend or accessory for your little one, check out these winners in our house:

 

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